This book describes the three main disciplines that make up adhesion technology: mechanics of the adhesive bond, chemistry of adhesives, and surface science. This new edition provides you with the fundamentals of each of these areas, as they are important for the practitioner of this joining technology. The emphasis of this book is on understanding the science rather than a complete and detailed exposition on any part of it.

You will also learn many helpful tips on how to test adhesives, prepare surfaces for bonding as well as general guidelines for the formulation of adhesives. The 2nd edition adds a set of practical problems and a key to their solution to each chapter.

The book is targeted to an audience with certain knowledge of college level chemistry and physics. It is particularly useful for beginning level adhesion scientists. The breadth of information provided is indispensable to practicing adhesiologists.

Contents:
Chapter 1-Introduction
Chapter 2-Mechanical Properties of Materials as They Relate to Adhesion
Chapter 3-Mechanical Tests of Adhesive Bond Performance
Chapter 4-Basics of Intermolecular Forces and Surface Science
Chapter 5-Basic Physico/Chemical Properties of Polymers
Chapter 6-Relationship of Surface Science and Adhesion Science
Chapter 7-Surface Preparation of Adherends for Adhesive Bonding
Chapter 8-Chemistry and Physical Properties of Structural Adhesives
Chapter 9-Chemistry and Physical Properties of Elastomer-Based Adhesives
Chapter 10-Thermoplastic, Pseudothermoplastic, and Other Adhesives
Chapter 11-Basis for Adhesive Bond Design
Answer Key
Index